How to Kayak - Downriver Techniques
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Come along with us as I am joined by Adam Davis and Scott Cheek for a skill building day on our local run - the Glencoe to Redslide section of the Haw River, NC. This is Scott's first day in this environment as he begins the journey to become a ww paddler. Adam is a little further down the line and looking to improve and take his paddling to the next level. This run is perfect for just such a day. We focus on catching eddies and how the boof stroke, Duffek stroke and timing are critical. We also start kayak surfing every wave we can find to allow the strokes and core body movements to become instinctual. Finally, we move to an introduction to hole play techniques and escape where in we go over side surfing, pivot turns, ferries and where/how to escape from a hole or hydraulic. Hopefully it will help in some way!
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“hopefully you can learn something, or at least be confused on a deeper level!” Lmao omg love it 😂❤
@RiverKingsKayak
Ай бұрын
LOL! Thanks MRS!
This is the video I needed to push my progression a step further, I haven't been aggressive enough. Thanks kings!
@RiverKingsKayak
10 күн бұрын
Thanks PSA!
What you said about the skill level in a video is exactly right. Watching someone effortlessly paddle big crazy stuff is fun but useless. Thank you for putting out the info and demonstrations of how it works and what doesn't.
@RiverKingsKayak
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Daly!
Beginner kayaker here and to be honest if it weren’t for these videos I may have given up. Thanks for taking the time and putting in the resources to make them. Extremely helpful for newbies!
@RiverKingsKayak
2 жыл бұрын
That warms my heart Roger!!! Thanks for the kind words and its an honor that you find them helpful and important to your paddling!!! Thats what it is all about! Tune in tonight at 9! Yakkelberry is starting out his ww career and we focus on catching eddies! Hope to see you there! Keep grinding!!
@Skuikidigitz
28 күн бұрын
Same getting my first one in a week been studying the videos super hype
Thank you for breaking this down into small sections. My daughter and I are just starting out and it’s nice to see other “newbies” making mistakes so we can get an idea of what to expect. Thanks to them!!
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
That's what it is all about Cathy!
Thanks Pete, Adam and Scott. Literally had my first WW lesson today, so watching this afterwards is really useful as I have a greater understanding of the forces in play. I ache, I was cold, and the swimmer bell would have been rang 5 times if you were with me today, but, still smiling now hours later. Its addictive! Cheers
@RiverKingsKayak
2 жыл бұрын
It only gets better Daniel!!
I'm a beginner so it's just so good to see some 'swimmers' 😁
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
for sure!!
Great video and learning experience!!! Exactly what I needed, and now I will focus more on staying in the white water than escaping it 👍
@RiverKingsKayak
2 ай бұрын
Thanks! Good stuff!
Eager, enthusiastic, excited, and now more educated! Thanx, from a noob, bitten by the bug!
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Rivht on Rafiki!
Quite often I’ll watch a couple of river king videos before or on my way to the launch. Either grab some tips or just get pumped up for the run!! Thanks again Pete!!!
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Right on AF!! Glad to be a part of it all!
Absolutely love your video's! As a beginner level white water kayaker with no teacher your video's like this one have really helped me progress into a much better paddler, enough so that I have a buddy that is brand new to it and I can take him out and help him with the knowledge I got from watching your videos then getting out on the river and practicing what I learned. Thank-you and don't stop! 🍻
@RiverKingsKayak
Жыл бұрын
Thanks a ton Tyler!! That is what it is all about! Will do!
Just because you know it, learned it and it's second nature to you, doesn't mean the other guy gets it. This was awesome and perfect for a beginner, which I am. Thanks.
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Right on Bill!! Thanks!
Another great video! I love your commitment to teaching the sport to new kayakers.
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mike! It is where I landed at this point in time. So many of my friends and now P5 and Ryan getting into it. Figure I should go full bore and make the most of it!
@mikeemmons4062
3 жыл бұрын
@@RiverKingsKayak You're doing a great job!
Your advice is invaluable. I will make sure I take the time to practice the next time I'm out
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Right on FM!
Video ideas: (I'm sure you've touched on some of this already) "Budget Boater"Locating, evaluating, purchasing used gear? >>>"Beginner considerations for buying used gear for Touring, WW, Rec. or when it makes sense to buy new" "Trip Planning or logistics" the where, the when and the wonders of the the 5 P's (not to be confused with P5.... lol) >>> I think you've recently done "what to bring" but maybe River selection, transportation, or Emergency Plan B's or C's (again you've certainly touched on some of this in other videos) Mini segment idea "Royale w/Cheese" review of the best river foods from the last several trips Just some random ideas! looking forward to the next video!
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
All good suggestions Chuck! Thanks!
@joshinfwtx4506
3 жыл бұрын
would love more videos on "budget boating" and boat repair/upgrade/modification
Reminds me of my years on the rivers of Maine and New Hampshire back in the 70's and 80's. I started white water at 7 and never looked back!
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Awesomeness!
I love these videos. Having you break down the technique and walking folks through the move is priceless. Thanks from the UK!
@RiverKingsKayak
Жыл бұрын
Thanks a ton Simon!
Or at least confused on a deeper level.....friggin loved it.
@RiverKingsKayak
2 жыл бұрын
Right on Tim!
What about a video that goes through your boats...talking about what each one is good for, compare/contrast?
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Great idea Austin!!!
Addicted to your channel. I want to come kayak with you once I learn the basics. I'm in Atlanta.
@RiverKingsKayak
9 ай бұрын
Thanks Marcus!
i like the way you tells us what your doing with your legs an d knees no one else does this and it makes such a difference to the moves
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Right on Paul!
Thanks Pete for another great educational video. New kayaker here, and I'm constantly inspired and learning so much from your channel. Thanks again. 👍
@RiverKingsKayak
4 ай бұрын
Thanks Karen! That is what it is all about!
Learning what the river throws at you is valuable. This helps when trying to pick where to go. Cheers
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks KM! Hope it helps!
Pete I'm not a whitewater guy just a kayak angler and I have learned a ton from these videos especially about how to read the water i suspect it's kept me out of a mess of trouble I know it it helped me help some others in trouble so than NM s
@rosscampbell4884
3 жыл бұрын
That was supposed to say thanks
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!! Glad itis helping!!
thanks so much for your videos you will never realize how much help you have been to a brand new kayaker.
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Marion! Love hearing that!
This was a great video, I have two days on the river at OhioPyle. I'm being taught to do this same thing, eddy out and surf everything. It really teaches you how the kayak reacts to your movements. I see a lot of myself in these guys. I'm already hooked.
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Right on Dave!
Another good teaching day. Thanks Pete.
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks DD! Missed your call yesterday...
Thanks Pete, I love your videos and watch them over and over to learn new things and to reinforce things as I increase my skill.
@RiverKingsKayak
2 жыл бұрын
Right on Michael! Thats what it is all about!
Exclant yet again well done and stay safe while haveing fun
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Michael! Will do!
Shout out to the RIver King! You taught me the Haw, and I really appreciate it! A Gauley run would be exciting!
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
The Gauley needs an RK video for sure! Was going to go this year but my schedule just fell all to pieces for that one! Too many rivers and not enough time! I will really try to make sure it happens next year!
Fabulous film thank you guys. Your commentary Pete is so relaxed and that itself is reassuring to those new to W/W. It's encouraging to see that others don't simply achieve and the rest of us are left wondering. It's all about repetition and practice. I need to get out more! Great. Thanks.
@RiverKingsKayak
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Andrew! You are absolutely right, practice, practice practice!
Great video Pete. Cant wait to try these beginners techniques. Thanks for being so informative and helpful.
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Right on Andres! Thanks!
Looked like a good day of instruction and gaining some confidence! Enjoyed the video sir! Thanks!
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chris!
Great video. Your content is always action packed and fun to watch.
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Andrew!
Thanks for the upload. So much goes into kayaking and little things for beginners like me often go overlooked
@RiverKingsKayak
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Travis!!
Very informative and excellent illustrations.
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mitchell!!
Thanks Pete for the video!! Ready to hit the river once we get some rain!
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Right on Noah!
I think these are exceptional videos. The editing and voice-overs really make them excellent teaching tools. Thank you for taking the time to do them so well.
@RiverKingsKayak
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Bill!! It is just so much fun and worthwhile when it connects and helps out at least a little!
Fantastic coaching! We don’t have any white water instructors where I live because they can’t get insurance - so it’s awesome to watch what you’re doing and read the river in front of you while you comment . Thanks :)
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Fayley!
I'm new to river kayaking too and this is such a great video for me to see. Thanks!!
@RiverKingsKayak
2 жыл бұрын
right on DSC!!
Awesome video! Thank you for helping beginners, like myself, with some very solid instruction and explanation. I truly admire the guys' go-for-it attitude (a little jealous) and their dramatic improvement. Kudos!
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
thanks dyks21! Keep grinding and before you know it, it will all come together for you!
Great job River King Pete for all the great introduction videos to whitewater! Would love to see a Crossover review!
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Brad, I did one back in the early summer... kzread.info/dash/bejne/n6tpxbR_f7q_qcY.html Let me know if this is what you are after...
@joshinfwtx4506
3 жыл бұрын
@@RiverKingsKayak that's a good one, but I'd love to see someone in video or writing compare and contrast the various WW Crossovers (Katana, Remix, Fusion, Traverse, and any others I don't know about) I've googled and just can't find good reviews comparing these boats to each other.
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
@@joshinfwtx4506 gotcha! I'll see if I can get my hands on some
@joshinfwtx4506
3 жыл бұрын
@@RiverKingsKayak I rewatched this video and picked up some details I missed the last time. Also found some really good info about differences in LL remix and Dagger Katana in comments.
Great tutorial, well explained. Not yet kayaking, going into it, so getting some good tips before hitting the water. Many thanks.
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Right on Jean-Paul! You are gonna love it! Thanks!
Can’t believe I didn’t find this one sooner! Definitely saving and re-watching. You made an excellent point about watching expert paddlers vs beginners. Just one more reason I just thoroughly enjoy watching and re-watching your videos Pete! Looking forward to contributing to the content again 😎🐐
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Brother!!
I’m a newbie too and I’m loving these detailed videos. Such a great help to study and understand how the water effects the boat and what I’m meant to do. Big respect to you and all the students, especially the swimmers. I’ve been doing a lot of that, but it’s great fun. Next river run this Saturday River Irwel Manchester UK.
@RiverKingsKayak
2 жыл бұрын
Good stuff Neill! I really enjoy hearing that the videos are helping out! Thats what it is all about!
This is a great break down.
@RiverKingsKayak
Жыл бұрын
Thanks HP!
Thanks for this video. Watched this and your 'flat' one and it sums up my mistakes from the past weekend. So great information and insight on what to work on to get my confidence back on track.
@RiverKingsKayak
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Andrew! Hope it helps!
@AndrewMoizer
2 жыл бұрын
@@RiverKingsKayak I'm confident it will. I'll let you know.
Very helpful thank you.
@RiverKingsKayak
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Dylan!
Great video as always and im a bit late to it as usual lol, Having done my intro to WW at Lee Valley (UK) last October, i have booked in for the developing WW on the 4th of May so whilst very nervous i am also excited because i will be hitting the top of the grade 3 (Legacy) run by the end of the 4 week (1.5hr x4) course. Your videos have helped me greatly, especially the roll, last time i tried in the pool, i managed 2 out of 2 tries :) thats not to say i can do it on the river or WW center though but its a start, thanks again, Pete! PS, wouldnt mind seeing a carving videos, i.e. S turns etc.
@RiverKingsKayak
2 ай бұрын
Thanks bashy2.0! That is what it is all about! And thanks! Not a bad idea for a video!
really cool channel man! just bought my first boat . i think these videos will help. keep at it man!
@RiverKingsKayak
Жыл бұрын
Thanks foamplusultra! Enjoy the ride!!
Great advice 👍
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Pop!
Great! Thank you
@RiverKingsKayak
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ragnvaldr!
Awesome video great skills and narration
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Simon!
@simonshort8581
3 жыл бұрын
@@RiverKingsKayak thank you Pete your videos are superb I'm just starting out white water and find the rolling video particularly helpful keep going mate best of luck cheers
great .. and thanks... gracias waiky
@RiverKingsKayak
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks kuviakk1!
So many things I struggle with in this video. Thank you!!! It’s a little chilly For me to get out a lot right now but I’m excited for spring weather.
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Good deal Jeffrey. drysuits!!! then you are year round provided your area doesnt freeze over
@jwmav528
3 жыл бұрын
@@RiverKingsKayak I have a dry top and dry pants. Is that good enough? Or should I go for an actual dry suit?
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
@@jwmav528 i prefer the drysuit, but if they seal up tight, they shud b fine!
great video
@RiverKingsKayak
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Evan!
Great tutorial - we’ll done guys
@RiverKingsKayak
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Kevin!
Video was great man
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Eli!
Thank you!
@RiverKingsKayak
9 ай бұрын
Thanks gedifox!
Going on a pack rafting trip to Alaska summer of 23 and even though I've been on dozens of WW rafting trips, i've never done anything other than what the guide instructed. I'll be on the OhioPyle this summer and next getting instruction but these vids will give me a valuable head start. Excuse me while I return to binging!!!! GREAT STUFF
@RiverKingsKayak
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks farbeyonddriven!! That sounds like some amazing plans!! I love Alaska!! Did you by chance already check out our pack rafting adventure from a few years back?
@farbeyonddriven8173
2 жыл бұрын
@@RiverKingsKayak Sure did. I think that was the first one I watched. If you don't mind, catch me up. Do you own or operate a commercial river running company? It seems obvious that this is more than a hobby for you.
Well Done. Thank you!
@RiverKingsKayak
2 күн бұрын
Thanks Brandon!
Thanks so much, really appreciate it. Just thinking about getting 8nto WWK. 👍
@RiverKingsKayak
2 жыл бұрын
Do it Kazi!! so much fun!
I don’t think I’m going paddling today... wait, riverkings video... gear up, let’s go!!!
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Love it Pak Sao!!
Nice playground and instructions :D
@RiverKingsKayak
Жыл бұрын
Thanks BAK87!
I just started and I appreciated seeing guys used as examples for your instruction. I could relate to them rather than seeing more seasoned paddlers. Made me want to get out on the water to practice. Love your video! Can you explain the mechanics more of a boof stroke coming into an eddy. Thanks!
@RiverKingsKayak
2 жыл бұрын
Right on and thanks John! Did you watch my original video on how to catch an eddy?
@filbilly
2 жыл бұрын
@@RiverKingsKayak Not yet, but now I will! Thanks
@RiverKingsKayak
2 жыл бұрын
kzread.info/dash/bejne/pYiDzKmKgLS2pso.html
@filbilly
2 жыл бұрын
@@RiverKingsKayak Perfect. THANKS!!
I've gotten really good at eddies in a heavy fishing kayak. Still waiting on the stinger xp to show up for more fun, but after watching all your videos this summer I want a playboat now. Lol. Kayak camping is still in the soul though.
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Rightbon PA Y A!!
@payakadventures
3 жыл бұрын
@@RiverKingsKayak I've been eyeing up a jefe grande about 6 hours away though. I'm a big boy...6' & 225. You think that would be a good fit for me?
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
@@payakadventures shud be fine!!
Thanks for this video...it would have been more helpful a few months ago but its still a nice reminder in why we play...i did pick up a thing or two though...like i always ferry across the seam..never though to punch up onto the tongue and bypass the hole... Another thing i would like to add is practice ferrying backwards...its kindof awkward but sometimes u end up backwards and the best thing todo is go with it sometimes
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Right on! Yes, that is called a switch ferry. We practice that all the time as well.
Just got my 9 year old her first kayak this season, a remix 47 of course and your videos have been great with helping her get comfortable in her new boat. I was wondering what you use for edge protection on your paddles, it looks great and I'd like to do the same for our blades.
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic! The paddle protection is actually door edge guard from an auto parts store. Super simple and lasts years. My paddle is about 13 years old! It really helps prolong the life
Video on swimming thru rapids and fast moving water, rope throwing skill work
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Great ideas Johnny!! James and I have been talking about doing a safety video for a little bit now...need to get that one done.
@nicholasbearce2555
3 жыл бұрын
Whenever we would Paddle the Sawyer's Rock Run on the Saco teaching Setting Ferrying and Eddy Turns we would have to rescue those that weren't with us. I remember being sent out after three canoes that had ended up on rocks at the age of 12. They were telling it was to dangerous for me until I got them off the rocks and had them join us the Appalachian Mountain Club Trip for the rest of that day. They sobered up and quieted down pretty quick.
Just getting started. Your videos help me a ton. Would live to have you as an instructor
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jes! Glad they are helping! If you are ever nearby, let me know!
@jesamacher4365
3 жыл бұрын
@@RiverKingsKayak I most def will. Had my first taste of whitewater this past weekend. But it was in a solo duckie on the Nantahala. Ran it clean including the falls. But that’s a lot different then in my Karma. I’ll fb message you next time we are up there!
I'm a beginner your videos help, maybe one day hope to join up with your group flowery branch ga. Thanks
@RiverKingsKayak
2 жыл бұрын
Right on Charles!
Sunday
@eligolding1709
3 жыл бұрын
Sunday
Great info, would love to join you sometime if there is ever a opportunity 🤪😎🚣🏻♀️ !
@RiverKingsKayak
2 жыл бұрын
Right on Bill! Where are you located?
👍👍👍
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks C W!!
Would like to have such a nice spot here in Germany...
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Right on MIchael! I am sure there is just such a spot somewhere over there!
could you do a review on those paddles where you can unscrew the paddle part and use the stem part as a drinking straw, so you can 'drink straight from the river' without having to get out of the kayak ? thanks !!!
@RiverKingsKayak
2 жыл бұрын
LOL! that is a new one on me! can you give me a link and I will try to get one in!
@crudeoil9347
2 жыл бұрын
@@RiverKingsKayak lol!!! Don't pretend like you don't know what I'm talking about 😉
Any tips for surfing a longer boat? (not just side surfing : )
@RiverKingsKayak
2 жыл бұрын
how long?
@jenhamilton
2 жыл бұрын
@@RiverKingsKayak 10.5
Is there a good break it down instruction for entering an eddy with a boof stroke?
@RiverKingsKayak
2 жыл бұрын
these may help...let me know if any of these are what you are looking for... kzread.info/dash/bejne/pYiDzKmKgLS2pso.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/ioukw7memLTfodY.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/YoqVztOdhJjRlc4.html
Great instruction! But Definately needs immediate wet followup! Haha
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
For sure Bob!
Can you speak to canoes, or is that a different subject? Also, seeing these techniques in heavy white would be great, as you showed once in this video?
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
Most everything will apply to a canoe, I just dont paddle canoes really ever. I do need to get some big water runs in soon! Thanks Bob!
How do you know when you roll a rocks not under you so you could slam into it?
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
you never really know. You can get to know certain spots and have confidence that they are safe places to practice. On the regular river, you just need to tuck tight and roll up.
I lost an astral shoe haha but I didn’t tie it well enough.
@RiverKingsKayak
Жыл бұрын
Oh man! LOL!
Do you ever run inflatable kayaks?
@RiverKingsKayak
Жыл бұрын
I did a pack rafting adventure that was pretty fun as well as a pack rafting whitewater run... kzread.info/dash/bejne/dqp-15eJqaXZh7Q.html
Thanks
@RiverKingsKayak
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Jaznkeira!
These look like hybrids what kind are they?
@RiverKingsKayak
2 жыл бұрын
The Blue one is a Liquidlogic XP10 which is a crossover. The yellow and green boats are whitewater kayaks
@clarkkent3271
2 жыл бұрын
@@RiverKingsKayak would you recommend the hybrid, and are you familiar with the dagger katana?
do you remember about what level this was?
@RiverKingsKayak
3 жыл бұрын
5.5 ft on haw river at haw river
Why dont they attempt to roll
@RiverKingsKayak
10 ай бұрын
LOL.
What stroke? Boot stroke? Boost stroke? Booth stroke? Sorry, completely new to kayaking 😅 intuition tells me "boost stroke" but your pronunciation does not match Oh, and, thanks for this video, it's exactly what I've been looking for after my first kayaking in a few years
@RiverKingsKayak
Жыл бұрын
Sorry about that! It is a "Boof" stroke. Awesome you are getting back out there! Thanks mosiowaty!